盟主
Meanings
1
leader of an alliance; leading power
Refers to the dominant member of a coalition, alliance, or bloc, often in political, military, or economic contexts.
In that military alliance, the United States holds the position of leading power.
As the leading power of the EU, Germany's role is significant.
Usage patterns
- 〈組織〉の盟主となるto become the leading power of 〈organization〉
That country became the leading power of the regional economic bloc.
- 盟主の地位the position of leading power
They have maintained their position as the leading power for many years.
- 〈組織〉を盟主として仰ぐto look up to 〈organization〉 as the leading power
The small countries looked up to the great power as their leader.